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Porsche 356 A Carrera

General information

ModelPorsche 356 A Carrera
Year1956
Rating56.6 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1498 ccm (91.41 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationRear, longitudinal
Displacement1498 ccm (91.41 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power101.00 PS (74 kW or 100 HP) at 6200 Rev. per min.
Max torque121.00 Nm (12.3 kgf-m or 89.2 ft.lbs) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke85.0 x 66.0 mm (3.3 x 2.6 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1181 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight858 kg (1,891.6 pounds)
Overall length3960 mm (155.9 inches)
Overall width1680 mm (66.1 inches)
Overall height1320 mm (52.0 inches)
Ground clearance170 mm (6.7 inches)
Wheelbase2110 mm (83.1 inches)
Fuel capacity52.0 litres (13.74 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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